August 2024 Traditional Music Tour with Emma and Eoin

August 2024 Traditional Music Tour with Emma and Eoin

7 nights/8 days
  • From 17th - 24th August 2024
  • Galway, Dingle, Ennis and Kilkenny
  • Single Supplement Cost: €499

A magical musical journey through Ireland with hosts Emma Robinson and Eoin Kearns

Let us take you on a magical journey to the musical centres of Ireland in the company of 2 of Ireland's finest musicians, Emma Robinson and Eoin Kearns. Emma (flute and whistles) has toured the world both as a solo artist and as a member of various bands (Briste, Aoife Scott Band, Rythmn of the Dance) and is regarded as one of the finest musicians of her generation. Eoin (Banjo, fiddle and guitar) has play extensively throughout Ireland, Europe and the United States and is regarded as one of the best multi instrumentalists of the modern day. Together they will take you on a wonderful journey to the essential landmarks, as well as some of Irelands best kept secrets, which you wont find on any other tour. We'll visit the cities of Galway and Kilkenny and explore Dingle and Ennis, world famous for Irish music, while visiting the the main tourist attractions along the way, all in the company of Ireland's finest musicians. The tour includes 7 nights accommodation, daily excursions to cultural and historical landmarks, workshop tours of Irish instrument makers and nightly traditional music guaranteed. Irish Music Tours promises you great experiences and wonderful memories of Ireland.

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THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES

Welcome drink Coach Travel 3* or 4* hotels with breakfast Entrance to all tourist attractions. Musicians onboard to provide nightly entertainment

Welcome drink

Entrance to all tourist attractions

Professional Guide

Musicians onboard to provide nightly entertainment

Trip Itinerary

DAY 1 - Meet in Dublin
Meet at Dublin Airport and depart for Galway. On route we’ll stop off in Athlone, known as the centre of Ireland and we’ll enjoy a welcome drink in Sean’s Bar, the oldest bar in Ireland before making our way on to Galway City. Once we check into our hotel we will enjoy an evening of traditional Irish music with Emma, Eoin and friends.
DAY 2 - Explore Galway
We begin today with a walking tour of Galway City. This busy and buzzing city is known all over the world for its Claddagh Jewellery, varied street performances, cultural diversity and architectural beauty. We will take a short drive to Oranmore Castle, home of the late Alec Finn, founding member of the band De Dannan. Built in the 15th century, this castle boasts amazing views over Galway Bay with authentic artefacts and we’ll enjoy a few tunes with our musicians in the great hall. Next on the tour is a very exclusive and exciting opportunity to visit and see an instrument maker at work, Paul Doyle. You will get to see how a range of different instruments are made. The Rest of the day is your own to explore the cobbled streets and sample some of the finest seafood on offer.
DAY 3 - Galway to Dingle
Today we set off for Dingle. On route we will we stop at the Cliffs of Moher, sea cliffs that run for 14km and at their highest point are 702ft above sea level. After a short ferry crossing over the Shannon Estuary, we proceed to the coastal village of Dingle, Co. Kerry, famous for its Traditional Irish Music, star wars film set and Fungi the Dolphin. After dinner we can relax and enjoy some Irish Music with our hosts and friends in Tommy O’Sullivan’s Pub.
DAY 4 - The Slea Head Drive
This Morning we will do the Slea Head drive around the Dingle peninsula part of the Wild Atlantic Way. This circular route offers some breath taking views and along the route are ancient monuments. We will then have a tour of the whiskey distillery and a little nip at the end!. This afternoon is your own time to explore Dingle, it’s wonderful restaurants, pubs and shops and we’ll have music tonight in the famous Courthouse Bar.
DAY 5 - The road to Ennis
Today we leave Dingle and make our way to Ennis, some say the music capital of Ireland. En route we’ll stop off in Adare to stretch or legs before making our way to Bunratty Castle and Folk Village for a tour. The site on which Bunratty Castle stands was in origin a Viking trading camp in 970. The present structure is the last of four castles to be built on the site. We’ll take a tour of this iconic fortress; hear and see how the lords and ladies of this castle lived; hear stories of battles and bravery and enjoy stunning views across the idyllic Clare countryside. Once in Ennis, we’ll enjoy some of the many sessions that make this stop one of the most enjoyable.
DAY 6 - Ennis
Today is a free day to relax and enjoy the shops, pubs and restaurants and take in more of the amazing music freely available throughout the town. Tonight we’ll take in a performance at the Glor Theatre, famous for it’s cultural events and performances.
DAY 7 - Ennis to Kilkenny
This Morning we leave for Kilkenny. Along the way we’ll stop of for a visit to the Cashel Folk Village situated at the foot of the Rock of Cashel.Cashel Folk Village is a multi-award winning museum, containing an incredible, vast collection of original memorabilia relating to many different periods of Irish history. From here we continue on to Kilkenny and pay a visit to the Smithwicks Experience for a tour of the oldest brewery in Ireland and a sample of the famous pint. As this is our last night, we’ll enjoy a special session with our hosts, Emma and Eoin in Bollard’s Bar along with some of our friends.
DAY 8 - A fond Farewell
As all good things must come to an end, this morning we make our way back to Dublin Airport and our onward journeys full of great memories, lasting friendships and great music.

Reviews

Nancy Clarke

Sean and Irish Music tours thought of everything - fun, nature, history, whiskey, sights, beer, music, whiskey. We were well-cared for at every turn.

Michael Ward
We had a trip of a lifetime!

We had a trip of a lifetime! Very organized and filled with great Irish music! Recommend highly 5 star for sure!

Lora Griffith
best tour guide!

Sean isn't just the best tour guide! He becomes part of your group and one of your best friends. Wonderful experience and trip of a lifetime!!

John Barron
tour that is unique

If you want a tour that is unique, try Irish Music Tours. Sean's knowledge of Ireland as a whole is impressive and the music component makes it unlike other Irish tours. He also is very attentive and accessible throughout the tour. He knows his stuff!

Charles Mullen

I did one of Sean's tours from Ardara, County Donegal several years ago. The music, the tour of the area and the craic was a great experience. I will try to make it again.

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Why should you travel with us?

  • There will always be a musician  travelling on the tour with the guests.
  • We’ll have a session each night of the tour in some of Ireland’s hidden musical gems.
  • Each day we will take in the stunning sights and landmarks Ireland has to offer.
  • There is no other tour operator can provide our service as we are firstly musicians.
  •  Demonstrations from well known Instrument makers.
  •  Authentic Irish Experience.
  • We can guarantee you a holiday experience never to be forgotten.
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